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India is moving to clear a ₹20,000-crore tri-service acquisition of 87
indigenously-made medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial
vehicles (UAVs). Spearheaded by the Indian Air Force and demanding at least
60% local content, the proposal is slated for a high-level Defence Ministry
meeting in the coming weeks.Each system must remain aloft for over 30 hours
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Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) has placed orders for Indian-made loitering munitions from a private Indian company, most likely Solar Defence and Aerospace Ltd.The DRC is also negotiating for anti-drone and suicide drone systems from Indian firms, including both private and state-owned enterprises.This marks a strategic pivot away from Chinese suppliers, driven by
The ‘Keel Laying’ ceremony for the third Fleet Support Ship (FSS) of the Indian Navy was held on July 9, 2025, at the L&T Shipyard in Kattupalli, marking a significant milestone in India’s ongoing efforts to enhance maritime self-reliance and operational endurance.The ceremony was attended by Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, Controller Warship Production & Acquisition, along with senior
The successful user trials of the Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) from INS Kavaratti mark a major advancement in India’s indigenous naval defence capabilities.The significance of ERASR lies in its role as a fully indigenous anti-submarine weapon system, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) in collaboration with key Indian defence laboratories.This
Sheshnag-150 long-range, AI-powered, swarming drone made by NewSpace Research & TechOn July 4, 2025, Kepler, a pioneering space technology company, announced the signing of a landmark prime contract under the Government of India’s Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) initiative. The contract, valued at $4 million, includes substantial government grants and launch services, marking a
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has launched a comprehensive review of its procurement procedures, aiming to streamline acquisition timelines and foster a more business-friendly environment for the private sector.This strategic initiative, spearheaded by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem and enhancing
India is taking decisive steps to enhance its military capabilities by significantly boosting the domestic production capacity for military-grade drones, as emphasized by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.While India already has a robust ecosystem for civilian drones, the Defence Secretary highlighted that only a handful—about three to five—manufacturers currently possess the capacity to
India has made a significant leap into the global arena of advanced military technology with the unveiling of the FWD-LM01, the country’s first indigenous loitering munition with a 100-kilometre range. Developed by Bangalore-based Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA), this tactical drone represents a paradigm shift in India’s defence capabilities, marking the nation’s bold entry into the
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has achieved a significant milestone by winning the bid to manufacture India’s Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV), marking a pivotal step in the government’s drive to open the country’s space sector to private industry.The announcement was made by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Center (IN-SPACe) on June 20, 2025, with HAL securing the
Axiscades, a leading Indian engineering and technology solutions provider, has entered into a significant partnership with European missile systems giant MBDA to establish a new defence facility in Karnataka.The agreement, formalised through Axiscades’ wholly owned subsidiary, Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies, will see the new unit set up at the Aerospace Park near Kempegowda International